Impact
Francisco Jiménez’s books are touchstones of inspiration for thousands of readers from all walks of life all over the world. Teachers from Bakersfield, California, to Manhattan, New York, sing its praises. Students from China, Egypt, and beyond are imbued with strength and hope to work hard for a better life.
A Sampling of Readers’ Letters to Francisco
“I’m writing this e-mail to tell you that I was moved to tears many times while reading the story. …Injustice, discrimination, poverty and more are all parts of our world now, but this story, your story, also tells that it’s not over until we say so. Thank you for writing such a story that inspires people.”
“You are my inspiration, and every time I doubt myself I re-read your books and I stand up strong again.”
“This book is amazing…Life in the United States is a big challenge for immigrants. The most important thing that your story tells us is to believe in yourself and don’t give up.”
“I felt so bad for your obstacles, but at the same time, I liked how you overcame these difficulties. Thank you for sharing your life experience with us. I will always try to be as strong as you when I face life obstacles. ….”
“Your story in Breaking Through …. has given me a lot of confidence.”
“Your story will hopefully continue to touch many hearts here in Israel in the years to come, and lead to more peace and tolerance among the many different nationalities / religions / sectors in this country.”
“Thank you so much for sharing your stories and being an inspiration to thousands throughout the world!”